Heather Martin

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in obstetric and gynecologic care, telemedicine, and academic instruction. Expertise includes perimenopause and menopause management, hormone therapy, medical weight management, and evidence-based, patient centered care. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes through clinical excellence, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner at MIDI Telemedicine (2025-07 – Present)

• Independently evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions, providing education and support for self-management.
• Conduct comprehensive virtual assessments and evaluated patient responses to treatments, adjusting care plans as necessary.
• Develop Individualized treatment plans and prescribe within state and federal regulations.
• Interpret laboratory and diagnostic results to guide clinical decision making and treatment plans and patient care strategies.
• Manage contraception, family planning, perimenopause, menopause, abnormal uterine bleeding and Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome, postpartum and reproductive health counseling and other gynecological conditions.
• Evaluate and manage sexually transmitted infections, vaginitis, urinary tract infections, and other common women's health concerns.
• Delivered health education on women's health topics to empower patient decision-making.
• Document encounters accurately and efficiently within electronic health record while meeting quality and compliance standards.
• Provided patients with information needed to promote health, reduced risk factors, and prevented disease and disability.

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner at Beaumont Corewell East OB Emergency Department (2022-11 – Present)

• Rapid triage and comprehensive evaluation of pregnant and postpartum patients presenting with urgent concerns.
• Evaluation and stabilization of obstetric emergencies, including preeclampsia, hemorrhage, placental complications, and preterm birth
• Performance of Obstetric/Gynecologic exam- sterile speculum and cervical exam.
• Order and review testing, fetal surveillance and communicate changes in patient status immediately to private or attending physician.
• Develop and implementation of evidence based treatment plans in collaboration with laborist, obstetric provider and maternal fetal medicine specialist.
• Independent clinical decision making- regarding discharge, observation, admission, or escalation of care.
• Patient education regarding warning signs, medication, follow up care, labor precautions, and postpartum complications.
• Maintained accurate electronic health records for every patient seen in the OB emergency department.

Full-Time Nursing Faculty at Mott Community College (2012-08 – 2025-06)

• Prepared and delivered lectured to undergraduate students in person and on-line: Nursing labs, simulation, clinical and online learning environments; Maternal Child, Pediatrics, Health Assessment, Nutrition, Medical Terminology, and Multicultural Healthcare
• Designed course syllabi, lesson plans, instructional materials, assignments, and examinations aligned with program outcomes and professional nursing standards.
• Evaluated student learning through written examinations, clinical performance, skills validation, simulation activities, and competency-based assessments.
• Facilitated high fidelity simulation and skills laboratory experiences, including pre-briefing, scenario implementation, debriefing, and remediation.
• Provided academic advising, mentoring, and individualized support to promote student progression, retention, professional development, and licensure readiness.
• Participate in curriculum development, program evaluation, course review, and continuous quality- improvement initiatives.
• Ensured course and clinical content remained consistent with current evidence, accreditation requirements, regulatory standards, and evolving nursing practice.
• Collaboration with faculty, clinical partners, administrators, and interdisciplinary stakeholders to coordinate instruction and strengthen student learning experiences.
• Served on department, college, and institutional committees and contributed to faculty meetings, accreditation activities, policy development, and strategic initiatives.
• Maintained professional expertise through clinical practice, continuing education, scholarship, service, research, and engagement with professional nursing organizations.
• Conducted comprehensive well-woman examinations, preventive health screening, and annual gynecological assessments across the lifespan.
• Evaluated, diagnosed, and managed acute chronic gynecological conditions, including abnormal uterine bleeding, Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, endometriosis, pelvic pain, vaginitis, Infertility evaluation and perimenopause/menopause.
• Provided comprehensive contraceptive counseling and prescribed individualized family planning methods based on patient goals and medical history.
• Managed routine prenatal and postpartum care, including pregnancy confirmation, counseling, risk assessment, and referral for high risk pregnancies when indicated.
• Provide Lactation Consultant services intrapartum & postpartum.
• Diagnosed and treated sexually transmitted infections while providing risk reduction counseling, partner notification guidance, and preventative education.
• Educated patients on reproductive health, fertility, menopause, osteoporosis prevention, breast health, and lifestyle modifications to promote long term wellness.
• Collaborated with physicians, specialists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Maintained accurate, timely electronic medical record documentation while ensuring compliance with quality, regulatory, and billing standards.

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner at Women's Excellence OBGYN (2007-01 – 2020-03)

• Conducted comprehensive well-woman examinations, preventive health screening, and annual gynecological assessments across the lifespan.
• Evaluated, diagnosed, and managed acute chronic gynecological conditions, including abnormal uterine bleeding, Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, endometriosis, pelvic pain, vaginitis, Infertility evaluation and perimenopause/menopause.
• Provided comprehensive contraceptive counseling and prescribed individualized family planning methods based on patient goals and medical history.
• Managed routine prenatal and postpartum care, including pregnancy confirmation, counseling, risk assessment, and referral for high risk pregnancies when indicated.
• Provide Lactation Consultant services intrapartum & postpartum.
• Diagnosed and treated sexually transmitted infections while providing risk reduction counseling, partner notification guidance, and preventative education.
• Educated patients on reproductive health, fertility, menopause, osteoporosis prevention, breast health, and lifestyle modifications to promote long term wellness.
• Collaborated with physicians, specialists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Maintained accurate, timely electronic medical record documentation while ensuring compliance with quality, regulatory, and billing standards.

Nurse Practitioner at Weight Loss Express (2016-04 – 2019-03)

• Fostered patient centered relationships through compassionate communication, shared decision making, and culturally competent care, resulting in high patient satisfaction and continuity of care.
• Performed comprehensive wellness and medical weight management evaluations for adult patients.
• Developed individualized weight loss plans incorporating nutrition, physical activity, behavioral modification, and pharmacological therapy.
• Prescribed and managed FDA approved weight management medications while monitoring efficacy, tolerability, and patient progress.
• Provided ongoing counseling, education, and motivational support to promote sustainable lifestyle changes and long term weight maintenance.
• Monitored treatment outcomes through routine follow up visits and adjusted care plans to optimize patient success.
• Educated patients on disease prevention, healthy lifestyle practices, and overall wellness.
• Maintained accurate documentation and collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to deliver comprehensive patient care.

Adjunct Nursing Professor at University of Michigan- Flint (2015-09 – 2016-12)

• Taught undergraduate and graduate nursing courses using evidence based instructional strategies in classroom and online learning environments.
• Facilitated student learning through lectures, discussion, case studies, and application of current evidence-based nursing practice.
• Evaluated student performance through assignments, examinations, clinical activities, and competency based assessments.
• Provided academic guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback to support student success and professional development.
• Maintained accurate course documentation and adhered to university policies, accreditation standards, and program expectations.
• Collaborated with course coordinator and faculty to promote consistency in curriculum delivery and student evaluation.

Adjunct Nursing Faculty at Oakland Community College (2005-02 – 2009-01)

• Supervised associate degree nursing students in clinical settings, promoted safe, evidence based, and patient centered nursing care.
• Instructed students in nursing skills laboratory settings, demonstrating and evaluating fundamental and advanced clinical competences.
• Provided ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance evaluation to support student learning and clinical skill development.
• Collaborated with course faculty to ensure consistent student instruction, evaluation, and adherence to program objectives.

Labor & Delivery Staff Nurse at St. Joseph Mercy (2005-04 – 2008-06)

• Provided comprehensive nursing care for women during antepartum, labor, delivery, postpartum recovery, and newborn transition.
• Assessed maternal and fetal status interpreted electronic fetal monitoring, and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support safe obstetric care.
• Administered medications, assisted with vaginal and cesarean deliveries, and responded to obstetric emergencies using evidence based practice.
• Educated patients and families regarding labor, postpartum recovery, newborn care, breastfeeding, and discharge planning.
• Maintained accurate clinical documentation while advocating for patients safety, quality outcomes, and family centered care.

Office OB Triage Nurse at Oakland Macomb OBGYN (2005-10 – 2007-01)

• Performed telephone triage of obstetric and gynecologic patients, assessing symptoms and determining appropriate disposition based on clinical protocols and provider guidance.
• Reviewed laboratory and diagnostic test results, communicated findings to patients, and coordinated recommended follow up care.
• Processed prescription refill requests and collaborated with providers to support safe medication management.
• Conducted patient follow up calls, provided education, reinforced treatment plans, and coordinated referrals, appointments, and continuity of care.

L&D Staff/Charge Nurse, Maternal Services Educator at North Oakland Medical Centers (2000-05 – 2005-06)

Labor & Delivery Staff Nurse/Clinical Preceptor

• Provided comprehensive nursing care throughout antepartum, labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn transition.
• Served as a clinical preceptor for newly hired nurses and nursing students, providing mentorship and competency development.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team in the management of routine and high risk obstetric patients.
• Perinatal Nurse Educator
• Planned and delivered education for nursing staff, supporting orientation, competency validation, and evidence based obstetric practice.
• Developed and facilitated educational programs to promote clinical excellence and patient safety.

Doctor of Nursing Science (D.N.Sc.) in Nursing – University of Michigan (2014-01 – 2014-01)

Masters Degree of Nursing in Women's – University of Cincinnati (2008-01 – 2008-01)

Masters Degree of Science in Nursing – University of Walden (2007-01 – 2007-01)

Masters Degree of Science in Health Education – University of Michigan (2006-01 – 2006-01)

Bachelors Degree in Nursing – University of Michigan (2003-01 – 2003-01)

Associates Degree in Nursing – Oakland Community College (2000-01 – 2000-01)

Associates Degree of Liberal Arts in Liberal Arts – Oakland Community College (1997-01 – 1997-01)